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Exceptional c.1890 French Louis XVI Style Desk in Mahogany & Gilt Bronze
A stunning late 19th-century French Louis XVI style …
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Exceptional c.1890 French Louis XVI Style Desk in Mahogany & Gilt Bronze
A stunning late 19th-century French Louis XVI style desk, crafted circa 1890, showcasing the elegance and refinement typical of Parisian cabinetmaking during the Belle Époque.
This impressive one-piece writing desk is made of solid mahogany and fruitwood, richly polished to a deep, warm patina. It is adorned with gilded bronze (ormolu) mounts featuring classical motifs — delicate floral garlands, acanthus leaves, and rosettes — adding a regal shimmer and timeless sophistication.
The front façade features three drawers:
One large central drawer with a functioning key, and
Two smaller drawers on either side, ideal for storing writing instruments and stationery.
The back of the desk is equally decorated with gilt bronze embellishments, making it perfect as a centerpiece desk to be displayed in the middle of a room or office. The back is decorative only and does not include drawers.
Recently checked and professionally polished, this desk retains its antique charm while offering a smooth, lustrous surface. The green writing surface has been newly replaced with high-quality material, ensuring both durability and elegance.
Dimensions (Approximate)
Width: 186 cm (≈ 73 inches)
Depth: 83 cm (≈ 33 inches)
Height (to top): 81 cm (≈ 32 inches)
Height (floor to underside): 65 cm (≈ 26 inches)
Condition: Good antique condition with gentle wear consistent with age and use. The restoration has been done with great care to preserve original character.
Details
Date/Period: c.1890
Maker/Origin: French, likely Montpellier region
Style: Louis XVI Revival
Color: Rich Mahogany with Gilt Bronze Highlights
Material: Mahogany, Fruitwood, Gilt Bronze, New Green Leatherette Writing Surface
Category: Desks & Writing Tables
# of Pieces: 1
Shipping
The desk will be expertly packed in a custom-made wooden crate and shipped using insured, trackable carriers for safe international delivery.
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- Dimensions
- 73ʺW × 33ʺD × 32ʺH
- Styles
- Louis XVI
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Table Knee Clearance
- 26.0 in
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Fruitwood
- Mahogany
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Good antique condition with gentle wear consistent with age and use. The polishing and replacement of the writing surface … moreCondition: Good antique condition with gentle wear consistent with age and use. The polishing and replacement of the writing surface has been done with great care to preserve original character. less
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